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  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health
  • Biostatistics

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  • Tuberculosis (TB) presents a significant global health burden, particularly in resource-limited settings.
  • Operational Research (OR) is crucial for effective TB control, relying heavily on advanced statistical methods.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review statistical tools used in TB Operational Research.
  • To explore the application of these tools and the growing influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
  • To emphasize AI's role in enhancing data-driven decision-making for TB control.

Main Methods:

  • Examination of classical statistical approaches.
  • Inclusion of predictive modeling, cost-effectiveness analysis, and AI frameworks.
  • Illustration with case examples from diverse geographical and operational contexts.

Main Results:

  • Statistical methods are fundamental to TB surveillance, diagnostics, treatment assessment, and policy simulation.
  • AI techniques, including machine learning and deep learning, improve prediction accuracy and identify at-risk groups.
  • AI facilitates real-time monitoring of TB programs.

Conclusions:

  • Both traditional statistical inference and AI-driven modeling are indispensable for TB control advancement.
  • Enhancing methodological standards, reporting consistency, and interdisciplinary teamwork are key.
  • These improvements will leverage data for successful TB elimination strategies.